Farfaud - Arang, Raipur
Farfaud is a village situated in the Arang tehsil of Raipur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Arang and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Raipur. Farfaud village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Farfaud is 444476. The village covers a total geographical area of 958.58 hectares and falls under the 493441 pincode. Arang is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Farfaud village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arang Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Farfaud
As per Census 2011, Farfaud village has a total population of 3,161 people, consisting of 1,576 males and 1,585 females. The village has 610 households and a sex ratio of 1,005 females per 1,000 males. There are 397 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,966 literate and 1,195 illiterate residents. Additionally, 328 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Farfaud are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,161 | 1,576 | 1,585 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 397 | 192 | 205 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 328 | 166 | 162 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 5 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 1,966 | 1,089 | 877 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,195 | 487 | 708 |
Nearby Villages of Farfaud
Farfaud is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhatauna-1 (chhatauna) | South | 2.06 km |
| Akoli Khurd-1 (akolikhu | North | 2.17 km |
| Bohardih | North-East | 2.36 km |
| Barchha | West | 2.54 km |
| Chorhadih | South-West | 2.77 km |
| Akoli Kalan-1 (akolikal | South-East | 2.83 km |
| Gukhera | North-East | 2.98 km |
| Parasatti-1 (parsatti) | North | 3.28 km |
| Bhothali | South-East | 3.53 km |
| Malidih | North-West | 3.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Farfaud
Farfaud is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Arang Mahanadi, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arang to Farfaud is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Farfaud is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Farfaud
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Farfaud village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Farfaud
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Farfaud village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Farfaud
Where is Farfaud located?
Farfaud village is located in Arang Tehsil, Raipur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Farfaud?
Farfaud is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Farfaud?
The pincode of Farfaud is 493441.
What is the population of Farfaud?
Farfaud has a total population of 3,161, including 1,576 males and 1,585 females.
How many households are there in Farfaud?
There are 610 households in Farfaud.
What is the literacy rate in Farfaud?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Farfaud is 62.20%. Male literacy is 69.10% and female literacy is 55.33%.